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This graphic adaptation reimagines the legendary tale of Edmond Dantès. Wrongly accused of a crime in 1815, Dantès is imprisoned, but he manages a daring escape many years later. After discovering a vast treasure hidden in the Isle Royale, he takes up the mantle of the Count of Monte Cristo and embarks on a calculated plan of vengeance against those who betrayed him. Presented in a vibrant comic-book format, the story blends elements of historical fiction and adventure with the familiar themes of justice and retribution.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Fiction
Authors: Steven Grant
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